Autonomous Cloud Avoidance

Passive Camera Based Cloud Detection and Avoidance

This technology is the first practical solution for the problem of maintaining UAS in Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) when on-board radar is not available. Our software processes data from on-board GPS, IMU, passive imaging sensors and extracts 3D cloud formation information. Autonomous avoidance of clouds maintains UAS operations in VMC, thereby ensuring due-regard for the safety of other air traffic. This technology fulfills a critical need for a passive-only Sense and Avoid (SAA) solution for UAS.